U+1D061 "𝁡" Byzantine Musical Symbol Kylisma Unicode Character
Unicode Version 17.0
U+1D061 "𝁡" Byzantine Musical Symbol Kylisma is a notation mark used in Byzantine chant notation, specifically representing a melodic ornament or a rapid, oscillating vocal technique that often implies a roll or a tremble on a single syllable or pitch. This symbol is part of the Byzantine Musical Symbols block within Unicode, which was added to support the preservation and digital rendering of the neumatic notation system that flourished in Eastern Orthodox liturgical music. The Kylisma symbol guides the singer in adding a subtle, expressive wavering to the melody, typically in a context where the text requires emphasis or emotional depth. Its precise interpretation can vary depending on the musical tradition and the specific neumatic sequence in which it appears, but it is generally recognized as a sign for a quick, decorative movement around the principal note.
General Properties
Encodings
| HTML Decimal Encoding |
𝁡 |
| HTML Hex Encoding |
𝁡 |
| UTF-8 Encoding |
0xF0 0x9D 0x81 0xA1 |
| UTF-16 Encoding |
0xD834 0xDC61 |
| UTF-32 Encoding |
0x0001D061 |
| C/C++/Java Escape |
\ud834\udc61 |
Unicode Properties